That Neighbor Kid

Written & illustrated by Daniel Miyares

A girl discovers a secret project and a new friendship in her neighbor's backyard.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

A curious girl watches her new neighbor, a boy with a mysterious project involving wood and nails. As she gathers courage to approach him, she discovers he's building a treehouse. Invited to join, she not only helps create a magical hideaway but also finds a new best friend. This nearly wordless tale unfolds through enchanting illustrations, capturing the essence of childhood wonder and the joy of newfound friendship.

From the publisher

Acclaimed author/illustrator Daniel Miyares returns to the sweet, nostalgic tone of his beloved illustrated book, Float, in this gorgeous, spare picture book about making a new friend. There’s a new boy in the neighborhood, and he’s up to something very curious. His next door neighbor, a girl his age with two long braids, peeps around corners and watches as he scavenges wood from the fence between their houses, drags around a hammer and a bucket of nails, and reads a book about living in trees. When she finally works up the courage to say “hi,” she finds herself invited to help build the private getaway every child has dreamed of: a tree house. She also finds herself with a new best friend. Calling back to his critically-acclaimed work Float, Daniel Miyares wordlessly creates a beautiful story of friendship through his meaningful and warm illustrations that awaken imaginations of young readers.

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